ヴィンテージ日本製小出刃包丁銘入り伝統的手打鍛造 土佐山田双葉刃物謹製出刃浜光作/堺秀岳 絹代/堺秀岳 節子/堺重光 Four Vintage Japanese Ko-Deba Knives – All Signed / Traditional Hand-Forged Craftsmanship A set of four vintage Japanese ko-deba knives, each individually signed by the craftsman. These compact single-bevel knives were traditionally used for fish prepping, filleting, and fine work in Japanese kitchens. All knives show the unmistakable character of hand-forged blades, along with labels or branding that reflect their regional origins. Measurements & Details (from left to right) (Measurements derived from the scale visible in the image.) 1. “出刃浜光作” – Handle labeled with “土佐山田 / 土佐丸印 / 双 / 双葉刃物謹製” Total length: approx. 27 cm Blade length: approx. 13.5 cm Blade height: approx. 4.9 cm Features: Signed “出刃浜光作” Handle with multiple original Tosa-region labels Thick, traditional ko-deba profile typical of Tosa craftsmanship 2. “堺秀岳 絹代” – Handle with Sakai Shūdaku label Total length: approx. 25.0 cm Blade length: approx. 12.0 cm Blade height: approx. 4.5 cm Features: Signed “堺秀岳 絹代” Handle retains original Sakai Shūdaku label Elegant curvature and balanced heel 3. “堺秀岳 節子” Total length: approx. 24.5 cm Blade length: approx. 12.0 cm Blade height: approx. 4.3 cm Features: Signed “堺秀岳 節子” Traditional compact ko-deba with fine bevel line 4. “堺重光” – Handle with burned mark “堺登録重光” Total length: approx. 24.0 cm Blade length: approx. 11.5 cm Blade height: approx. 4.2 cm Features: Signed “堺重光” Handle with the branded mark “堺登録重光” Note: The ferrule (口輪) is loose/misaligned — please be aware before bidding. Condition These are vintage, used knives and show significant age-related wear. Please place a bid only if you understand the condition and can sharpen or repair the knives yourself. Observed aging includes: Rust and patina Dirt and stains Scratches Edge chips / minor tip loss Loose ferrule on the fourth knife Despite this, all knives remain structurally sound and retain the dignity of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. ※Currently, we are unable to ship items to the United States. Thank you for your understanding. ※Due to the strike by Canada Post, we are currently unable to ship items to Canada. The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped only by Japan Post. It usually takes about 2-4 weeks for delivery, depending on the destination and customs procedures. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you can respond promptly. If you do not respond and the parcel is returned, reshipping will incur double shipping costs. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.